Stillwater Ranch Cattle Co

Stillwater Ranch Cattle Co raises Square Meaters or Mini Murrays in Belgrade, MT, Gallatin County near Bozeman. The ranch has nurtured this compact beef breed for more than a decade, and every calf is registered with national associations and screened for genetic conditions to support long-term herd health. On the rolling grasslands of their Belgrade property, cattle follow a rotational grazing plan that preserves pasture health, while daily interactions during feeding and vet checks help build a calm, well-socialized herd.

The ranch’s approach favors modest herd numbers that allow close monitoring of growth rates and individual nutrition, reflecting a commitment to sustainable meat production and thoughtful land stewardship. Veterinarians and fellow ranchers in the area appreciate the breed’s sturdy build and efficient feed conversion, noting that Mini Murrays reach market weight with fewer inputs than larger cattle types. Calves spend their first year grazing native grasses with access to a sheltered loafing area, and ongoing health checks follow protocols common among experienced regional breeders to maintain herd vitality.